December weather forecast
Harwich, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Harwich, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 8.4°C (47.1°F) and min 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December coincides with an average high-temperature of a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F), indicating a minimal shift from November's 10.9°C (51.6°F). During December, Harwich perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Harwich, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harwich, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 389mm (15.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Harwich, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Harwich, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Harwich, the average seawater temperature in December is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Harwich, is 8.4°C (47.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 5.5°C (41.9°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Harwich, during December, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Harwich, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow.
How cold is the water in December?
In December, the average sea temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 52min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Harwich have in December?
In Harwich, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4°C).

Average pressure in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.2°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December - Harwich, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Harwich, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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